The 13 Fishing Tickle Stick Ice Fishing Rod is made to be felt. A direct blank connection increases sensitivity, while carbon arbors in the handle reduce weight. Solid fiberglass blank offers strength and flex in the cold. Direct blank connection increases sensitivity Carbon arbors in handle reduce weight PC2 flat tip construction Solid fiberglass blank Hi-vis tip Advanced Feather Light guides Custom Evolve(R) Carbon Divide reel seat Handle made from Carbon Pulse inner core with Custom Evolve(R) premium Japanese EVA